Site Specific Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation

The City of Houston is requesting competitive bids for site-specific sanitary sewer rehabilitation including pipe bursting, cured-in-place pipe lining, point repairs, sewer replacement, and service lateral repairs and reconnections, with bids due August 20, 2026. MBE and WBE participation goals of 14% and 5%, respectively, apply.

The scope encompasses cleaning and televising gravity sanitary sewers, construction and rehabilitation of manholes, removal of existing pipe liners, and pavement and surface restoration associated with the improvements. Bidders must demonstrate at least three prior contracts as a prime vendor for similar goods or services in size and scope, with references required at bid submission or within five working days of request.

The estimated construction budget is $4.1 million. Substantial completion is required within 730 days after commencement of work. A security deposit of 10% of the total bid amount in the form of a bid bond or certified cashier's check is required. Bid pricing must be held for a minimum of 120 days. The City's standard payment term is 30 days after invoice or receipt of goods or services per the Texas Prompt Payment Act, though early payment discounts are available at the City's option.

The pre-bid conference was held July 13, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. (CT) via Microsoft Teams. The deadline for pre-bid questions was July 17, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. (CT). Award notification is estimated for August 2026, with a Council agenda date and award start date estimated for September 2026. Elvia Fernandez, Procurement Specialist, is the solicitation contact at (754) 233-0309.

Additional compliance requirements include M/WBE participation documentation, Hire Houston First designation, anti-collusion statements, conflict of interest questionnaires, OSHA history documentation, and various bonds and insurance requirements. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to award by individual item, combination of items, or overall best bid.